Historic bridges · South Wales
Pont Lluest-Wen, Lluest-Wen
In or near Treorchy.
Pont Lluest-Wen, Lluest-Wen — Grade II listed building-listed bridge in wales-south, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–30 min
- Nearest railway station
- Treherbert · 3.8 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
Getting there & planning your visit
To visit Pont Lluest-Wen, Lluest-Wen, the nearest railway station is Treherbert, located 3.8 km away. The postcode for the area is CF44 8UL, and entry is free.
About
Pont Lluest-Wen, Lluest-Wen is a Grade II listed building-listed bridge in wales-south, United Kingdom, registered on the Cadw register of listed buildings (Wales) (entry 10873). Listed status protects buildings and structures of special architectural or historic interest. See the linked Wikipedia article for further details.
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Heritage listing
History: Early to mid C19 single arched, single track bridge on the site of an older bridge (shown on 1770 s map). Said to be the oldest bridge in the Rhondda. Exterior: Snecked rubble construction with rugged coping of verticaly laid stones. Segmental arch, parapets curve outwards at each corner. Stone setts to ramped roadway Location: Nearly 1km SE of Lluest-Wen Reservoir; reached approximately 3km along a gated track from B4277 at Bryn Du. Spanning the Afon Rhondda Fach on the Western boundary of Aberdare Community area.
From Cadw under OGL v3.
Place summary
Pont Lluest-Wen is a Grade II listed bridge located in South Wales. Its designation reflects its architectural and historic significance within the region.
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- Coordinates
- 51.7021, -3.5114
- District
- Rhondda Cynon Taf
- Parish
- Aberdare West
- Postcode
- CF44 8UL
- Parliamentary constituency
- Merthyr Tydfil and Aberdare
- Established
- 1900
- Nearest railway station
- Treherbert — 3.8 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q29489470 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Pont Lluest-Wen, Lluest-Wen?
- Pont Lluest-Wen, Lluest-Wen is in South Wales, United Kingdom (postcode CF44 8UL), in the parish of Aberdare West.
- What is Pont Lluest-Wen, Lluest-Wen?
- Pont Lluest-Wen, Lluest-Wen — Grade II listed building-listed bridge in wales-south, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Pont Lluest-Wen, Lluest-Wen?
- The nearest railway station is Treherbert, about 3.8 km away. Drivers can use postcode CF44 8UL.
- When was Pont Lluest-Wen, Lluest-Wen built?
- Built or established in 1900.
- Is Pont Lluest-Wen, Lluest-Wen a listed building?
- Pont Lluest-Wen, Lluest-Wen is officially recognised as Grade II listed building listed.
- Is Pont Lluest-Wen, Lluest-Wen free to visit?
- Yes, Pont Lluest-Wen, Lluest-Wen is free to enter.
- How do I get to Pont Lluest-Wen, Lluest-Wen?
- The nearest railway station is Treherbert, about 3.8 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode CF44 8UL.